Winter Car Care: Batteries, Tyres, and What to Check Before the Cold Sets In

Cold weather puts extra strain on two parts of your car that don't get much attention the rest of the year: the battery and the tyres. Neither fails without reason, but both are far more likely to let you down once temperatures drop.

Batteries

A battery that's been struggling quietly through summer often reveals itself on the first cold morning, when the engine needs more current to turn over and the battery has less capacity to give. If your car has been slower to start recently, or the interior lights seem dimmer than usual, it's worth having the battery tested before it lets you down completely. We offer battery testing and replacement for all vehicles.

Tyres

Tyre grip drops in cold, wet conditions, and worn tread makes that worse. Check your tread depth and tyre pressures regularly over winter, tyre pressures typically drop slightly as temperatures fall, and both matter more when the road is wet or icy. We stock quality tyres at competitive prices and can check tread depth and pressure as part of any visit.

• Get your battery tested if starting has felt sluggish
• Check tread depth and tyre pressure before winter sets in
• Keep an eye on wiper blades and screenwash, both work harder in winter
• Book any brake or suspension concerns in before the weather turns, rather than after

None of this needs to be complicated. A quick check now is a lot less hassle than a breakdown on a cold morning. Call 01698 711111 and we'll fit you in.